KOCHI: The term master may be gender-neutral in cinema convention, but it has traditionally been associated with men, denoting experience and expertise. This year, the International Film Festival of Kerala has placed a determined focus on the works of women filmmakers and technicians, highlighted by the presence of experienced and illustrious female figures in world cinema. Through masterclasses, audience interactions, …
KOCHI: Veteran filmmaker and this year’s IFFK Lifetime Achievement Award winner, Ann Hui, has a work life akin to a steady stream, finding its way through the most tortuous terrains. She has witnessed decades of life unfolding around her, as Hong Kong her place of origin transitioned from colonial rule to the grip of an Asian giant. Has this influenced …
The spark that initiates a work of art can come from anywhere. Victoria, her debut film which was screened in the Malayalam Cinema Today section at the 29th International Film Festival of Kerala on Saturday, is almost entirely set inside a beauty parlour. Another daily wage worker is a frequent visitor to this parlour away from her neighbourhood, because she …
The spark that initiates a work of art can come from anywhere. Victoria, her debut film which was screened at the Malayalam Cinema Today section at the 29th International Film Festival of Kerala on Saturday, is set almost entirely a beauty parlour. Another daily wage worker is a frequent visitor to this parlour away from her neighbourhood, because she knows …
Language: Malayalam There has been some criticism in recent years that the Kerala State Film Awards tend to favour commercial appeal over artistic merit. That accusation certainly cannot be levelled at the 2020 edition of the awards where Shinos and Sajas Rahman’s Vasanthi bagged the Best Film, Best Original Screenplay and Best Character Actress trophies. Because yes, despite purportedly being …